No Fota negatives as Ward prepares for enormous week
Republic of Ireland women's football manager Carla Ward is preparing her squad for critical World Cup qualifiers against the Netherlands and France. Despite being the underdogs, the team aims to secure a top spot in their group to qualify for the tournament in Brazil.
Why it matters
The outcome of these matches will determine Ireland's potential qualification for a major international tournament, impacting the national sports landscape.
Carla Ward managed to get her Republic of Ireland squad in a day earlier than usual ahead of what could be a remarkable week for the Girls in Green.
The article provides a straightforward, factual account of sports team preparations and tournament stakes.
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